Recall 04V-353: 2002–2004 Carriage Cameo, 2003 Carriage Carri Lite and 1 more

CARRIAGE, INC recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Jul 20, 2004, covering about 1,205 vehicles.

NHTSA number
04V-353
Report date
Jul 20, 2004
Vehicles affected
1,205
Owners notified
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The problem

On certain travel and fifth wheel trailers equipped with samsung microwave ovens, models mr1031wb, mr1032bb, mr1033sb, mr1351wb, and mr1352bb, the microwaves were produced with a defective panel. An electrical short can occur between circuit patterns on the membrane panel, especially overlapped by a "jumper" or jump wire. This may cause the oven to activate without pressing any key pads.

The risk

An electrical short can occur causing the oven to activate without pressing any key pads. This could result in excessive heat, smoke, or possibly a fire.

The fix

Samsung will notify customers and repair the panel free of charge. In the meantime, consumers should unplug their microwave, if possible. If the consumer is unable to unplug the microwave, they should leave the door ajar until the panel is replaced. Consumers should never use the microwave oven for storage or leave any towels, paper, cloth or other products in the microwave after use. Owners should contact samsung at 1-800-932-3837 or carriage at 1-574-642-3622.

Notes

Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerCARRIAGE, INC
ComponentEquipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number04V353000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Carriage Cameo2002, 2003, 2004All years
Carriage Carri Lite2003All years
Carriage Compass2004All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 04V-353?

On certain travel and fifth wheel trailers equipped with samsung microwave ovens, models mr1031wb, mr1032bb, mr1033sb, mr1351wb, and mr1352bb, the microwaves were produced with a defective panel. An electrical short can occur between circuit patterns on the membrane panel, especially overlapped by a "jumper" or jump wire. This may cause the oven to activate without pressing any key pads.

How is recall 04V-353 fixed?

Samsung will notify customers and repair the panel free of charge. In the meantime, consumers should unplug their microwave, if possible. If the consumer is unable to unplug the microwave, they should leave the door ajar until the panel is replaced. Consumers should never use the microwave oven for storage or leave any towels, paper, cloth or other products in the microwave after use. Owners should contact samsung at 1-800-932-3837 or carriage at 1-574-642-3622.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.